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Call (732) 495-1474Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) in Monmouth County, NJ
When drinking or drug use starts running the show, it can feel like there are only two choices: white-knuckle it alone, or drop everything for rehab. There is a third option.
- 300 State Route 35, Unit 1&2, Keyport, NJ 07735
- ASAM Level 2.1
- Masters-level clinicians
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A masters-level clinician replies. No pressure to commit.
- No referral needed
- Confidential
- Court / IDRC / DCP&P welcome
- ASAM Level 2.1 National clinical benchmark
- Masters-level clinicians Every intake assessment
- CBT · DBT · MI · MAT Evidence-based methods
- Dual diagnosis One integrated plan
- No referral needed Call or request online
For most people in Monmouth County, neither one is realistic.
An intensive outpatient program (IOP) gives you several hours of structured treatment each week while you keep sleeping in your own bed, showing up for work, and being there for your family. It is more support than a weekly therapy session, while providing a treatment plan for substance abuse that does not require 24-hour supervision.
Resa, located at 300 State Route 35, Unit 1&2 in Keyport, NJ, runs an ASAM Level 2.1 program for adults across Monmouth. It is built around substance use alongside depression, anxiety, or trauma, and also serves people referred by court, probation, Recovery Court, IDRC, or DCP&P.
What an IOP Actually Is
An intensive outpatient treatment program sits in the middle of the addiction treatment spectrum. It is not as intensive as inpatient treatment or a partial care program, which can feel like a full-time job at five days a week. But it is far more structured than a standard outpatient approach, where seeing a therapist once a week and hoping for the best rarely moves the needle on a serious problem with substances.
People arrive from different starting points. Some step down after detox or inpatient care. Others start here because they are medically stable and have a safe place to live but need more than a single weekly appointment can offer. Others are not sure they need detox or inpatient care, and an IOP is a way to start and find out. Some people discover they need a higher level of care once treatment begins.
- Weekly therapy 1 hr / week
- Intensive outpatient ASAM 2.1 · 9–15 hrs / week RESA is here
- Partial care 5 days / week
- Inpatient 24-hour supervision
The biggest advantage of intensive outpatient care over residential treatment is that you go home every day. You practice coping skills, communication tools, and relapse prevention strategies in your actual life, not in a controlled environment. The lessons stick because they are tested in real time.
- 9–15
- hours of structured care in a typical week
- 2.1
- ASAM level — the national benchmark for IOP
- 18+
- adults with a safe, stable living situation
- 0
- referrals required to start the conversation
Who Does Well in This Program
An IOP is not for everyone. If someone is in medical crisis or needs 24-hour supervision, a more intensive setting comes first. But for adults who are stable enough to live at home and motivated enough to show up several times a week, this can be the thing that finally makes recovery feel possible.
It does not matter whether someone walks in on their own, comes with family encouragement, or shows up because a court mandates it.
Court, probation, Recovery Court, IDRC, or DCP&P referral? Say so at intake — the clinical team focuses on what you need, not how you got through the door.
Everyone starts with an intake assessment
Led by a masters-level clinician — substance use history, mental health, medical needs, legal concerns, and personal goals. From there the team builds an individualized treatment plan.
Resa’s IOP typically works well for people who
- Are 18 or older with a safe, stable living situation
- Are struggling with alcohol, opioids, cocaine, benzodiazepines, or other drug and alcohol issues
- Have tried to cut back or quit on their own and could not stay on track
- Are dealing with addiction alongside anxiety and depression, PTSD, or trauma
- Need a treatment option that fits around a job, school, or caregiving responsibilities
- Have been referred by a court, probation, Recovery Court, IDRC, or DCP&P
Schedule and Hours
Not knowing what to expect is one of the biggest reasons people put off calling. So here is how the program is actually structured.
The 12-hour weekday window, Monday–Thursday. Friday closes at 5 PM.
- Day group 10 AM – 1 PM, Mon–Thu
- Evening group 6 PM – 9 PM, Mon–Thu
| Day | Center open | IOP groups |
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| Monday – Thursday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Day group 10AM–1PM · Evening group 6PM–9PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Individual sessions & check-ins |
| Weekly commitment | 9 – 15 hours | Group · individual · relapse prevention |
*OP group schedule may vary. Contact the facility for the current specialty group cycle.
Most clients attend several days a week, totaling about 9 hours of care. A typical week includes group therapy, one-on-one counseling, education sessions, and regular drug screenings. This outpatient program is designed so that care fits into your life rather than replaces it.
Still deciding? A first conversation is not a commitment.
Masters-level clinician · confidential · no referral needed
Therapies and Clinical Approach
Everything at Resa is grounded in evidence-based methods — approaches that come from research and long-term results, not from someone’s personal philosophy about recovery.
Dual diagnosis treatment
Clinicians address substance abuse and mental health in one integrated plan so that clients are not bouncing between programs or getting conflicting advice. Treating addiction alongside overlapping mental-health challenges means one plan instead of several.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Maps out triggers, teaches how to say no in high-risk situations, and builds healthier daily routines.
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Skills for handling intense emotions without turning to substances — especially useful with a trauma history.
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Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Woven throughout. Clinicians help you explore your own reasons for change instead of lecturing.
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MAT & psychiatric support
MAT for alcohol or opioid use disorders, plus ongoing psychiatric care — medical and mental health under one roof.
Relapse prevention runs through everything: spotting warning signs early, planning for high-risk situations, and building a daily recovery plan that continues well beyond discharge. That real-world practice is part of a recovery plan that continues after discharge.
Why Resa Treatment Center in Monmouth County NJ
There are other outpatient services in the area. Here is what sets Resa apart.
- It is local and easy to get to.
- 300 State Route 35 in Keyport is close to neighborhoods and workplaces along the Bayshore. Short travel times make it easier to keep showing up on the hard days.
- The hours are built around real life.
- Sessions run 9 AM to 9 PM Monday through Thursday and 9 AM to 5 PM on Fridays — before or after work, between classes, or while kids are at school.
- The whole person is treated.
- A team that specializes in co-occurring disorders, using CBT, DBT, MI and medical support in one personalized plan.
- It connects to a continuum of care.
- For people stepping down from a higher level and for those starting here as a first structured step.
Serving your community
Group therapy builds a local support network that can continue through peer contacts and ongoing outpatient support after the intensive phase ends. Whether someone needs continued care or help maintaining wellness, there is a clear path forward.
Rating
It has been 8 months since I started at RESA IOP. In the beginning, I came because I needed to. Today, I stay because I want to. I want to keep everything I have worked so hard to gain here. This program has truly changed my life. The counselors at RESA are amazing. I started with Ellen, who helped lay the groundwork for my recovery and helped me begin rebuilding myself. I later transitioned to Dory, and she has taught me so much about humility, self-respect, strength, and what it really means to fight for yourself. She taught me not to be ashamed of who I was, but to be proud of who I am becoming. Her words stay with me every single day. I am so grateful for her relentless determination, honesty, professionalism, and the way she refuses to let me give up on myself. She has helped me take the things that once damaged me and turn them into power, while helping me see and believe in the best parts of myself again. I also want to recognize the administrative staff, especially Kelly and Gina, and the director, Michael. Their compassion, dedication, and commitment to the people who walk through RESA's doors do not go unnoticed. They are a huge part of what keeps this program running smoothly and, ultimately, makes it possible for RESA to continue changing lives. RESA helped me break free from chains that kept me imprisoned for a very long time. It has given me tools, strength, accountability, and most importantly, hope. Seven months later, I am not the same woman who first walked through those doors — and I am incredibly proud of that. There truly are not enough thank-yous for what this program, Ellen, Dory, Kelly, Gina, Michael, and the entire RESA team have given me.
Resa is an exceptional facility with organized groups and compassionate staff !!
I can’t say enough positive things about Resa Treatment Center and the impact they had on my life. I attended their IOP program as a client after being in and out of treatment for many years, not only struggling with substance use but also with mental health and trauma. I had clean time before Resa, but I struggled with emotional sobriety. Resa helped me understand myself, my substance use, my trauma, and how to handle life in a healthier way. I’ve been clean since May 2, 2020, and I’m incredibly grateful for everything they taught me.The staff are phenomenal and genuinely care about their clients. I now work in the field as a counselor intern and regularly refer clients to Resa because I believe in the program and have experienced its impact firsthand. I will always be grateful to Resa for helping me build a life in recovery!
You can tell that the team at Resa Treatment Center truly cares about their clients. They do treat clients like human beings and not some number.
I highly recommend Resa Treatment Center. I have referred several of my friends who were suffering with mental health and substance abuse problems. I am beyond impressed by the level of care compassion and professionalism exhibited by the staff, therapist and owner Michael Palmieri. I want to extend my heart felt gratitude to Resa Treatment Center for helping my friends get on the road to recovery.
I highly recommend Resa Treatment Center for anyone seeking compassionate and professional mental health and or substance abuse treatment. The staff is truly dedicated to helping individuals on their journey to recovery. The owner Michael Palmieri goes above and beyond, making you feel heard and supported.
Where to start..well start here. I was having a very rough time at a point in my life I did not now where to turn or who to ask for help then I walked into the threshold of Resa actually I was forced to go there by probation when I first met Mike it was so nice this man saved my life there's absolutely no exaggeration there Mike made me understand that life is worth living he helped me in so many ways I can't possibly thank him enough ❤️ I truly believe it was God who caused us to cross paths this man truly does care about you. Mike if you see this please know I am eternally grateful for you and everything you did for me he is literally Saint Michael in the flesh thank you so much if you're thinking about going into treatment then it's already time to go make your appointment change your life
Resa has helped me get my life to where I want it to be! I got everything from 1:1 counselling sessions, group therapy and DBT classes and a doctor who helped me adjust my medication; he helped me wean off safely from medication I no longer needed. I found a support system, people in recovery that TRULY care. I couldn't have celebrated over a year of sobriety, and continue it one day at a time, without them. Every single person that works there is there to help, to be of service. The true vibe is incomparable.
Resa Treatment Center has been a key factor in my recovery from addiction, providing a nurturing environment and supportive staff. Their dedication and approach have greatly aided my healing journey, leaving me immensely grateful for their impact on my life.
Everyone there is just absolutely amazing! They truly care about each and every one of their clients
Best place I've ever gone to the people really care and they go above and beyond to help it's different than any other places I've been to would recommend resa treatment to anyone looking for help
Resa has helped me see the light at the end of a dark tunnel. The staff treats everyone the respect and dignatiy. I would recommend Resa to anyone looking to get clean and sober. Serenity, Courage, Wisdom ❤️
Taking the First Step
This kind of program is a middle ground that works — enough structure and clinical support to drive real change without asking you to leave behind work, family, or community. You do not have to have all the answers before you call.
- No referral needed
- Confidential assessment
- No pressure to commit
- Led by a masters-level clinician
Court, probation, Recovery Court, IDRC, or DCP&P referral? Mention it on the form — we work with all of them.
Request a confidential assessment
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Common Questions
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Clients attend multiple sessions each week, totaling about 9 to 15 hours. The center is open Monday through Thursday 9 AM to 9 PM and Friday 9 AM to 5 PM, so the team can build a schedule that works around your job, school, or family.
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Yes. The program is designed for adults dealing with both addiction and conditions like depression, anxiety, or PTSD. Clinicians use CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and medical support so everything is addressed in one integrated plan.
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It means treating substance use and a mental health condition, such as depression, anxiety or PTSD, at the same time. At Resa, one clinical team builds one plan that covers both, so you are not sent between separate programs or given conflicting advice.